Carnivals have been in the news lately tied to criminal behavior of those in charge. With a carnival in Vernal this week, those at the Uintah County Western Park want to make it clear that there is absolutely no tie between those that have been in the news and the one now in town.
There might not be a Uintah County Fair this year but that doesn't mean some of your favorite events from it aren’t happening.
Spotting a hummingbird is a magical experience and one some people never experience.
The Starvation Bridge construction project is moving along and safety is top priority. UDOT reports that to prevent damage to the environmental surroundings and water below…
The Vernal Rescue Run to support Operation Underground Railroad takes its mission seriously as they raise funds to rescue children from sex trafficking. “The goal this year is to raise $15,000 dollars,” shares event organizer Penni Batty.
In town last week to host two town hall meetings in northeastern Utah, Congressman Blake Moore made time for a ride with the high school mountain bike team, the Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo and a stop in the Newstalk KVEL studio for an interview.
A very special young boy is ready to have friends of all abilities come play with him at the Naples City Park now that the Westyn’s Vision playground equipment is installed.
Utah Department of Wildlife Resources recently announced that two new members were recently confirmed to the Utah Wildlife Board. This seven-member board helps approve the rules and regulations regarding hunting, fishing and wildlife management in the state. Members serve six years and both Donnie Hunter and current chairman Byron Bateman will complete their service in August.
While it may be hard to believe, the smoke hovering in the air the last few days is not from any local fires. According to National Weather Service, the smoky skies in eastern Utah is from wildfires in California, Oregon, Idaho, and Washington.
A Duchesne County man was arrested over the weekend after sending a threatening letter to the 8th District Court. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, 70-year-old Chester Roger Webster “[sent] a letter to the Judge of Record demanding money and that his son be released from jail.